Pearls of Passion
Roxette · 1986
74 min · 20 tracks · pop rock · dance-pop · power pop
Uplifting pop melodies are woven with heartfelt lyrics, creating an infectious blend of Europop and soft rock.
Why this album works
'Pearls of Passion' included the hit single 'It Must Have Been Love,' which gained immense popularity after being featured in the film 'Pretty Woman.' The album helped Roxette achieve significant commercial success, particularly in Sweden and several other European countries, marking their entry into the global music scene.
- Best for
- uplifting melodies for joyful moments heartfelt lyrics for reflective moods wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
- Context
- Released on October 31, 1986, 'Pearls of Passion' marked Roxette's debut album, setting the stage for their rise to international fame. At this point in their career, the duo was still establishing their sound, transitioning from Swedish pop acts to global superstars. This album laid the groundwork for their future hits and showcased their knack for catchy hooks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kikki Danielsson· Per Gessle· Robyn· Kent· Ulf Lundell· Carola Häggkvist· Magnus Uggla· Arvingarna
- If this clicks, go next to
- Look Sharp! — Continues the infectious pop sound with more energetic tracks and catchy hooks.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Soul Deep".
- 1 Soul Deep Start here 3:38
- 2 Secrets That She Keeps 3:42
- 3 Goodbye to You Standout 4:01
- 4 I Call Your Name 3:36
- 5 Surrender 4:19
- 6 Voices 4:42
- 7 Neverending Love 3:27
- 8 Call of the Wild 4:29
- 9 Joy of a Toy 3:03
- 10 From One Heart to Another 4:07
- 11 Like Lovers Do 3:22
- 12 So Far Away 5:16
- 13 Pearls of Passion 3:35
- 14 It Must Have Been Love (Christmas for the Broken-Hearted) Standout 4:49
- 15 Turn to Me 2:58
- 16 Neverending Love (Tits & Ass demo / 1986) 2:45
- 17 Secrets That She Keeps (Tits & Ass demo / 1986) 2:54
- 18 I Call Your Name (Montezuma demo / 26.07.86) 3:03
- 19 Neverending Love (Frank mono-mix / 1987) 3:19
- 20 I Call Your Name (Frank mono-mix / 1987) 3:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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